Equipment Operator

Boundary County; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Boundary County is seeking a full-time Solid Waste Equipment Operator to operate and maintain heavy equipment across landfill sites. Starting wage is $21.98 per hour, with a 4-day work week of 10 hours each, open 7 days.

Responsibilities include safety inspections, routine maintenance, assisting mechanics, directing traffic, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid Idaho CDL Class B (endorsements may be required), and at least

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Idaho CDL Class B license with endorsements (if required).
• Minimum of two years related experience; landfill operation preferred.
• Heavy equipment operation experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Operates and maintains a variety of equipment safely according to procedures.
• Performs safety inspections on all equipment used.
• Performs scheduled maintenance and completes required forms.
• Assists shop mechanics with repairs and performs minor repairs when possible.
• Assists or fills in for other department employees as needed.
• Directs incoming traffic and determines cubic yardage of waste.
• Drives truck to distribute oil or water to control dust.
• Prepares reports and follows departmental policies.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety inspections

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Idaho CDL Class B License

Job description

Basic Details:

Currently Hiring: Yes
Position Type: Full Time
Starting Wage: $21.98 per hour
Department: Solid Waste
Immediate Supervisor: Landfill Foreman
Overall Supervisor: Landfill Supervisor
Job Code: SW03

Job Summary:

Under general supervision of the Supervisor or Landfill Foreman, operates and maintains a variety of complex heavy equipment, machinery and tools used for maintenance, construction and repair of boxes and box sites. Performs all work and duties required to maintain a safe, productive department. FULL TIME WITH BENEFITS. Typical shift, 4 days per week, 10 hour days-open 7 days a week.

Position Functions:

• 1. Operates and maintains a variety of equipment and tools used by the solid waste department in a safe
• manner and following established procedures.
• 2. Performs safety inspections on all equipment used.
• 3. Performs scheduled and periodic maintenance and servicing of all equipment used and prepare
• accurate job-related forms and documents required.
• 4. Assists shop mechanics with repairs upon request. Performs minor repairs when possible.
• 5. Assists or fills in for other department employees in whatever capacity required.
• 6. Directs incoming traffic to appropriate dump sites, determines cubic yardage of solid waste disposed,
• and examines cargo to prohibit disposal of caustic waste pursuant to government regulations.
• 7. Drives truck to distribute oil or water over landfill to control dust.
• 8. Prepares reports and documents as required by departmental policy.
• 9. Follows all local, state and federal safety and sanitation policies, rules and regulations.
• 11. Performs all other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education / Qualifications Required:

High school diploma or equivalent. Must possess and maintain a valid Idaho Commercial Drivers License Class B; may require Class H and Class N endorsements. Minimum of two years related experience required. Prefer landfill operation experience. Must have heavy equipment operator experience.

Typical Work Hours:

40 hours per week. working typically 4 days per week-10-hour shifts. Landfill open 7 days a week.